1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2012 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2012 Honda Jazz is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Jazz (118 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Honda Jazz (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 2012 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | Visa | Jazz |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 42 L |